With the American economy on the verge of disaster at the hands of traders, let us recall the insane, impeccable business style of American Psycho’s Patrick Bateman. While serial killer chic isn’t exactly trending for Fall 2011, a few well-chosen menswear pieces will project a crazy level of professional polish. A shirt that costs more than a family of four’s monthly food budget, sterling silver collar stays, imported British business cards—all keys to mastering manic mergers and acquisitions style. Just keep those violent outbursts to a minimum.

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